Domain Name Wire Podcast New domain battles and sales – DNW Podcast #532
Apr 28, 2025
Dive into the latest buzz in the domain industry! Discover why Verisign's stock surged recently and the drama surrounding a registrant backing out of a deal. Unpack the intricate legal landscape with a focus on high-profile court cases, including the contentious battle over 420.com. Explore groundbreaking tools enhancing domain customization and the rise of reverse domain name hijacking. Also, get insights into premium domain sales and cutting-edge AI appraisal tools shaping market trends.
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Verisign's Domain Base Growth Insight
- Verisign saw sequential domain base growth for the first time in two years in Q1 2025.
- Revenue rose mainly due to price increases rather than domain quantity growth.
Verisign's New Dividend Strategy
- Verisign introduced its first quarterly dividend since 2011 alongside continuing stock buybacks.
- This shift indicates a strategy to return capital to shareholders more diversely.
Web.com Brand Retirement
- Newfold Digital is retiring the web.com brand in favor of Network Solutions.
- The transition promises seamless login continuity and platform consistency for customers.